Denmark and the reunification of 1920
The Schleswig plebiscites and a reunited Southern Jutland
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On June 15, 1920, the region of Southern Jutland, once part of Germany, was reunited with Denmark. Many are unaware of the fascinating history of this Danish-German border region and its cultural and political significance to Danish society. The momentous union came as a result of Germany's defeat during World War I and was voted for by the Danish people.
Click through the following gallery and dig into the events that led up to Southern Jutland once again becoming part of Denmark.
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